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irish88 · **on:** May 30, 2012, 05:36:24 AM

Got my new LM Surge today...should I open it ? The reason I ask is, I'm more or less a collector. I have 2 or 3 LM's that I keep handy for EDC, as well as 1 or 2 Gerber MT's.

Observing the tool while still inside the packaging, it looks to be a fine MT. I'm leaning towards not opening it...but just for the fun of it...I'll let the board decide

MultiMat · **Reply #1 on:** May 30, 2012, 06:42:15 AM

Ya gotts ta open it mate

. The Surge was my very first MT that lead me down this crazy path

. It is a big bugger

give her a go mate

The file & saw exchanger is a great idea

Teofilo · **Reply #2 on:** May 30, 2012, 07:15:08 AM

Don't open it Irish! The moment you open it, you'll regret it.

Seriously, the Surge is a big and heavy duty tool designed for heavy use. Everyone here is just like you, a collector/user. Many edc the surge, but I don't. I carry the size and weight of the charge or wave. Congrats on your new tool!

Mercury · **Reply #3 on:** May 30, 2012, 07:47:48 AM

I say open it. These are tools, not stamps! Even Chako, the definition of collector, has most of his tools sitting in a toolbox without packaging. If it were a really rare retired model, I could see leaving it sealed, but not a model that's still in production with no retirement in the foreseeable future.

Plus, there's always the possibility that you will decide to carry it one day, and that's a fun thing all in itself.

Mr Biriyani · **Reply #4 on:** May 30, 2012, 08:44:44 AM

Open it, open it, open it, open it......

Smith28 · **Reply #5 on:** May 30, 2012, 08:59:28 AM

I'll never understand hw some people can get something like this and not open it, It's a TOOL, it's meant to be USEDD!!!!!

Even if just to fondle, open her up!

Craig · **Reply #6 on:** May 30, 2012, 10:21:46 PM

Multitools want to work! I say open it up and find something to use it on

AHB · **Reply #7 on:** May 30, 2012, 10:29:31 PM

Open it..

It'll still be in mint condition.

El Rago · **Reply #8 on:** May 30, 2012, 10:32:12 PM

open, open, open....

then

use, use, use....

Pacu · **Reply #9 on:** May 30, 2012, 10:47:12 PM

open it...then get another to keep sealed..pop open when you wear the first one out.

repeat

sawman · **Reply #10 on:** May 30, 2012, 10:54:18 PM

Quote from: Pacu on May 30, 2012, 10:47:12 PM

open it...then get another to keep sealed..pop open when you wear the first one out.

repeat

+1

Aleister · **Reply #11 on:** May 30, 2012, 11:18:03 PM

Why not open a package of a Surge? It is a great tool to use and not rare at all. Use it and enjoy it!

cobra4246 · **Reply #12 on:** May 31, 2012, 12:28:59 AM

Open it and use it. That is why you bought it right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

parnass · **Reply #13 on:** May 31, 2012, 02:13:54 AM

There were many Surges sold so they are by no means rare. I had two Surges but didn't care for them so I gave one away and sold the other.

sergemaster · **Reply #14 on:** May 31, 2012, 02:55:10 AM

Amici,
I say open it and lets all hope that Leatherman will one day upgrade the plier head of the current incarnation of the Surge with that of the ST300!!

Cheers,
Serge

irish88 · **Reply #15 on:** May 31, 2012, 04:59:59 AM

The board has decided...I opened my new Surge

After opening, I proceeded to spray the tool down with Ballistol and letting it soak/set-up. I then used my air compressor to blow off the excess.

This might seem silly to some...but I find that doing this, helps to preserve the tool better. I might never use the tool as designed...heck...I might never even use it

Thank you all for the votes to open. Oh...I forgot to mention that I used my Leatherman Sidekick to open the package

.

sawman · **Reply #16 on:** May 31, 2012, 02:42:32 PM

You need to use that new tool. I've put together a comprehensive recovery program for you, and if you follow it to the letter, there is hope for you...

Step 1: Get a shovel, dig a hole outside and toss the Surge into the hole.

Step 2: Fill the hole in with dirt

Step 3: Stomp on the hole

Step 4: Dig up the Surge

Step 5: Don't even wipe off the dirt, just throw it in its sheath and wear it on your belt.

Now you and your Surge are ready for anything. Just don't forget to actually use the Surge when needed.

ducttapetech · **Reply #17 on:** May 31, 2012, 02:54:29 PM

Quote from: sergemaster on May 31, 2012, 02:55:10 AM

Amici,
I say open it and lets all hope that Leatherman will one day upgrade the plier head of the current incarnation of the Surge with that of the ST300!!

Cheers,
Serge

Yes and upgraded blades on it would be sweet!

Congrats on the tool. Now you need to use it.

you know you want to........you know you have to......

Mercury · **Reply #18 on:** May 31, 2012, 03:35:30 PM

Quote from: sawman on May 31, 2012, 02:42:32 PM

You need to use that new tool. I've put together a comprehensive recovery program for you, and if you follow it to the letter, there is hope for you...

Step 1: Get a shovel, dig a hole outside and toss the Surge into the hole.

Step 2: Fill the hole in with dirt

Step 3: Stomp on the hole

Step 4: Dig up the Surge

Step 5: Don't even wipe off the dirt, just throw it in its sheath and wear it on your belt.

Now you and your Surge are ready for anything. Just don't forget to actually use the Surge when needed.

Sounds about right!

JimShockz · **Reply #19 on:** June 03, 2012, 04:05:01 PM

Quote from: sawman on May 31, 2012, 02:42:32 PM

You need to use that new tool. I've put together a comprehensive recovery program for you, and if you follow it to the letter, there is hope for you...

Step 1: Get a shovel, dig a hole outside and toss the Surge into the hole.

Step 2: Fill the hole in with dirt

Step 3: Stomp on the hole

Step 4: Dig up the Surge

Step 5: Don't even wipe off the dirt, just throw it in its sheath and wear it on your belt.

Now you and your Surge are ready for anything. Just don't forget to actually use the Surge when needed.

Thats one way of breakin it in that foe sure.

-JS

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